Diversity
MIT Biology: A place for all to learn, explore, and discover
The Biology Department continually strives to increase the number of underrepresented minority faculty, students, and staff in our community, and to ensure that all feel welcome. In addition, we continually work to make our community accessible to all qualified individuals. In partnership with the university, we place high value on creating and maintaining a supportive environment for studying, working, and living that promotes physical and mental well-being and allows each individual to reach their full potential. If you have DEI-related questions or would like to talk, you can email Hallie Dowling-Huppert, the department’s DEI officer.
Joshua Stone
Joshua Stone is one of the staff representatives for the Biology DEI council. His primary role at MIT involves working with the undergraduate program in the biology education office. Josh believes the power of diversity can bring a community closer together through open exchanges of communication and inclusion of ideas and opinions. He also believes that the understanding of equity and empathy can build a stronger and more robust community for all members.